Natural Gas Processing & LNG Operations
$5500.00
Natural Gas Processing & LNG Operations: Comprehensive 5-Day Training Course
Course Overview
This intensive Natural Gas Processing and LNG Operations training program is specifically designed for oil and gas professionals across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), Oman, GCC countries (UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain), and Africa. The course provides comprehensive knowledge of natural gas processing technologies, liquefied natural gas (LNG) operations, and industry best practices essential for maximizing efficiency in the rapidly expanding energy sector across these regions.
With the Middle East and Africa positioning themselves as global leaders in natural gas production and LNG exports, this training addresses the critical skill gaps in gas processing, liquefaction technologies, and operational excellence required by Saudi Aramco, PDO (Petroleum Development Oman), ADNOC, Qatar Energy, Sonatrach, and other major energy operators.
Target Audience
Process Engineers in gas processing facilities
Operations Personnel in LNG plants across Saudi Arabia, Oman, UAE, Qatar
Production Engineers in upstream gas operations
Maintenance Engineers in gas and LNG facilities
Project Managers overseeing gas processing and LNG infrastructure
HSE Professionals in natural gas operations
Technical Supervisors in midstream gas facilities across GCC and Africa
Day 1: Fundamentals of Natural Gas Processing
Morning Session: Natural Gas Composition & Properties
Gas reservoir characteristics and production in KSA, Oman, Qatar, and African fields
Natural gas composition: methane, ethane, propane, butane, and condensates
Hydrocarbon phase behavior and gas properties
Gas quality specifications for pipeline transportation and LNG production
Regional gas specifications (Saudi standards, Oman regulations, GCC requirements)
Afternoon Session: Gas Processing Plant Overview
Process flow diagrams for gas processing facilities
Inlet separation and slug catching systems
Acid gas removal (AGR) technologies: amine systems, membrane separation
Dehydration systems: glycol dehydration, molecular sieves
Mercury removal systems critical for LNG plants
Nitrogen rejection units (NRU) for high nitrogen content gas
Case studies: Major gas processing facilities in Hawiyah (KSA), Khazzan (Oman), and African operations
Day 2: Advanced Gas Treatment & NGL Recovery
Morning Session: Acid Gas Treatment
H2S and CO2 removal technologies: MDEA, DEA, MEA systems
Amine system design, operation, and troubleshooting
Sulfur recovery units (SRU) and Claus process
Tail gas treatment systems
Environmental compliance for GCC and African regulations
Operational challenges in high-sour gas fields (Manifa, Shaybah, Mukhaizna)
Afternoon Session: Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) Recovery
Cryogenic processing and turbo-expander systems
Demethanizer, deethanizer, and fractionation columns
NGL product specifications: ethane, propane, butane, natural gasoline
NGL storage and handling across Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Oman facilities
Economic optimization of NGL recovery
Hands-on exercises: Process calculations and optimization strategies
Day 3: LNG Fundamentals & Liquefaction Technologies
Morning Session: LNG Industry Overview
Global LNG market dynamics and Middle East/Africa’s strategic position
LNG value chain: production, liquefaction, shipping, regasification
Major LNG projects: Qatar Energy LNG, Oman LNG, African developments (Mozambique, Nigeria, Egypt)
LNG plant capacity expansion strategies in the GCC region
Economics of LNG projects and investment requirements
Afternoon Session: Liquefaction Process Technologies
Liquefaction cycles: C3MR (propane pre-cooled mixed refrigerant), AP-X, cascade
Mixed refrigerant systems design and operation
Pre-treatment requirements for LNG feed gas
Heavy hydrocarbon removal critical for LNG plants
Liquefaction train optimization and efficiency improvement
Technology comparison: Selection criteria for GCC and African projects
Site visit discussions: Qatar’s North Field expansion, Oman LNG operations
Day 4: LNG Plant Operations & Storage
Morning Session: LNG Plant Operations
Start-up and shutdown procedures for liquefaction trains
Normal operations and process control strategies
Troubleshooting common operational issues in LNG plants
Performance monitoring and optimization techniques
Energy efficiency in LNG operations critical for hot climates (KSA, UAE, Oman)
Refrigerant management and compressor operations
BOG (Boil-Off Gas) handling and reliquefaction systems
Afternoon Session: LNG Storage & Loading
LNG storage tank design: full containment, membrane tanks
Tank insulation and BOG management systems
LNG loading arms and marine transfer operations
Ship-to-shore interfaces at export terminals
Safety systems for storage and loading facilities
Operational case studies: Ras Laffan (Qatar), Sur (Oman), African LNG terminals
Emergency response procedures specific to LNG facilities
Day 5: Safety, Integrity & Future Technologies
Morning Session: Process Safety & Risk Management
HAZOP studies for gas processing and LNG facilities
Process safety management systems in GCC countries
Fire and gas detection systems design and maintenance
Emergency shutdown (ESD) systems and safety instrumented systems (SIS)
HSE regulations: Saudi Aramco standards, PDO requirements, GCC safety protocols
Lessons learned from global LNG incidents
Human factors and operational discipline in high-hazard facilities
Afternoon Session: Asset Integrity & Emerging Technologies
Integrity management for gas processing equipment
Corrosion monitoring and prevention in sour gas service
Predictive maintenance technologies and condition monitoring
Digitalization and Industry 4.0 in gas processing and LNG operations
Artificial intelligence applications for optimization
Future trends: Blue hydrogen from natural gas, carbon capture (CCUS) integration
Small-scale and floating LNG (FLNG) opportunities for Africa and remote GCC locations
Green LNG and sustainability initiatives in Middle East gas industry
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
Design and optimize natural gas processing systems for regional applications
Operate and troubleshoot LNG liquefaction facilities efficiently
Implement safety management systems compliant with GCC and international standards
Apply best practices from leading operators in KSA, Oman, Qatar, and Africa
Evaluate emerging technologies for gas processing and LNG operations
Enhance operational reliability and reduce production losses
Course Delivery & Certification
Format: Interactive lectures, hands-on simulations, case studies, group exercises
Materials: Comprehensive course manual, process simulation software training
Certification: Professional certificate recognized across Saudi Arabia, Oman, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, and African energy sectors
Language: English (Arabic translation support available)
Location: Available in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam (KSA), Muscat (Oman), Dubai, Doha, and major African energy hubs
Why This Course Matters for the Region
The GCC and African natural gas sector is experiencing unprecedented growth with massive investments in gas processing infrastructure and LNG export capacity. Saudi Arabia’s gas master plan, Oman’s expanding gas production from tight reservoirs, Qatar’s North Field expansion (world’s largest LNG project), and African gas discoveries require highly skilled professionals who understand both traditional and cutting-edge technologies.
This training equips participants with practical knowledge directly applicable to regional operations, incorporating lessons from Saudi Aramco’s Fadhili Gas Plant, Oman LNG, Qatar’s mega-trains, and emerging African LNG projects, ensuring operational excellence and safety in the Middle East and Africa’s strategic gas industry.
Invest in expertise. Drive operational excellence. Secure energy leadership.
